Junction City

Junction City, Kansas Overview

Junction City faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (48.7/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Kansas. Even so, the city scores 81/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 30/100.

Income & Employment in Junction City

The median household income in Junction City is $60,317, 14% below the statewide median of $69,747. The local unemployment rate of 3.9% is higher than the state’s 3.3%. Population grew 0.5% recently.

Safety in Junction City

With a violent crime rate of 743.2 per 100,000, Junction City exceeds the Kansas average of 360. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3091.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Junction City

Junction City has a cost of living index of 92.1 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $162,500. Median monthly rent is $1,019. Renters spend 20.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Junction City

The adult obesity rate in Junction City is 35% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11%. Residents report an average of 18.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Kansas ranks #29 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Junction City

Junction City has a high school graduation rate of 85%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $14,825. The city has 9 public schools serving 4,675 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Junction City

Junction City enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.5°F. Summers average 80.4°F. Winters average 36.2°F. Annual precipitation is 22.1 inches.

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